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 Our Mission



“We exist to give first responders the aerial tools they need to save lives, protect communities, and reach people in places no vehicle or aircraft can go.”


We are seeking  "Partners and Sponsors" for the "Rescue Hopper 911" project.


Please contact Tom Daily at tomdaily@hopper-express.com    or use the Contact: page to discuss partnering, sponsoring, or if you have any questions?

 


THE DRONE HOPPER


Backpackable Heavy‑Lift VTOL for DARPA, First Responders, and Wildfire Teams


A new class of autonomous aircraft built to lift 110 lb. payloads, fly for 30 minutes, and deploy from anywhere — even when traditional aircraft can’t reach the mission.


The 55 lb. Heavy‑Lift Drone Hopper is backpackable and can be deployed from a truck, trailer, or launched directly from a rooftop.



WHAT MAKES THE DRONE HOPPER DIFFERENT


Heavy‑Lift Power. Ultra‑Portable Form Factor. Mission‑Ready Design.


• 110 lb. payload capacity


• 30‑minute endurance at full load


• Backpackable 55 lb. airframe


• Rooftop, truck, or trailer launch


• Enclosed rotors for urban safety


• Autonomous or remote‑pilot operation


• Rugged, field‑serviceable construction


This is heavy‑lift capability without the cost, complexity, or footprint of a helicopter.





 FIRST RESPONDER MISSIONS


When every second counts, the Drone Hopper delivers.


Built for rapid deployment in chaotic environments:


• Deliver medical kits, radios, water, and rescue gear


• Reach collapsed structures, flooded zones, and blocked roads


• Thermal imaging for locating missing persons


• Night and all‑weather operations


• Safe enclosed rotors for urban rescue corridors & wildlands



FIREFIGHTING SUPPORT


A new tool for wildfire and urban fire crews


The Drone Hopper provides fast, precise aerial support:


• Targeted water or retardant drops


• Thermal mapping of hotspots


• Delivery of hoses, tools, and supplies


• Safe operation in smoke‑filled or GPS‑challenged areas






HOW IT DEPLOYS


Backpack. Truck. Trailer. Rooftop. Anywhere.


The Drone Hopper is designed for true field mobility:


  • Carry it on your back


  • Roll it out of a truck or trailer


  • Launch from a rooftop or parking garage


  • Deploy in under 2 minutes


This is the first heavy‑lift VTOL that goes where responders go.

 



WHO WE SERVE


Dual‑Use Capability for Civil & Defense Missions

  • First Responders


  • Fire Departments


  • Search & Rescue Teams


  • Defense Logistics


  • Disaster Relief Agencies


  • Remote Delivery Operators



       







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  • The Blue Cargo Hopper for Water or Land

    The Blue Cargo Hopper can land on water or land. The Cargo Hopper can fly with or without a interior cabin area.. The Hopper has a 6' x 12' decking area for cargo, in the front and rear of craft> for a total of 144 square feet of cargo area.. and  865 cubic feet. The Cargo Hopper can be used for Medical deliveries, ship to shore transportation of cargo. This will save time in the ports loading and unloading the ships.The ship will not have to dock to unload a couple pallets of cargo.

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  Natural Disasters First Responders 

  FIRST RESPONDER MISSIONS

A Heavy‑Lift VTOL Built for the Moments That Matter Most

When roads are blocked, helicopters are too slow, or access is impossible, the Drone Hopper gives first responders a fast, safe, and reliable way to deliver life‑saving equipment exactly where it’s needed.

The Hopper’s 55 lb backpackable airframe, 110 lb payload capacity, and 30‑minute endurance make it the most capable rapid‑deployment drone in its class.


🚨 Rapid Deployment in Any Environment

First responders don’t have time for complex equipment. The Drone Hopper is designed for speed and simplicity:

• Deploy from a backpack, truck, trailer, or rooftop

• Launch in under 2 minutes

• Operate in tight urban corridors or remote wilderness

• Fly autonomously or via remote pilot

• Enclosed rotors for maximum safety around people and structures

This is heavy‑lift capability that moves at the speed of the mission.


🏥 Search & Rescue Operations

Deliver life‑saving gear where humans can’t reach

The Drone Hopper supports SAR teams by carrying:

• Medical kits, AEDs, trauma supplies

• Radios, batteries, and communication gear

• Water, food, and survival equipment

• Thermal imaging payloads for locating missing persons

• Ropes, harnesses, and extraction tools

Whether it’s a collapsed building, a canyon, a flood zone, or a wildfire line, the Hopper gets critical supplies in fast.


🌧️ Disaster Response & Humanitarian Aid

When infrastructure fails, the Hopper keeps responders connected

In hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, and tornadoes, the Hopper can:

• Deliver supplies to isolated survivors

• Transport tools to repair crews

• Carry sensors for damage assessment

• Provide overwatch with thermal or optical cameras

• Navigate debris‑filled or GPS‑challenged environments

Its compact footprint and rooftop‑launch capability make it ideal for dense urban disaster zones.


🔥 Fireground Support (Urban & Wildland)

A new aerial tool for firefighters

The Drone Hopper enhances fire operations by:

• Performing precision water or retardant drops

• Mapping hotspots with thermal imaging

• Delivering hoses, tools, and protective gear

• Supporting crews in steep, remote, or dangerous terrain

• Operating safely in smoke‑filled areas where helicopters cannot fly

Firefighters get a fast, flexible asset that fits in the back of a command vehicle.


📦 Heavy‑Lift Logistics for Emergency Teams

110 lb payload capacity — anywhere, anytime

The Hopper can move:

• Generators

• Batteries

• Medical crates

• Rescue tools

• Communications equipment

• Food and water supplies

It’s the first aircraft that combines heavy‑lift power with backpackable mobility.


📊 Endurance for Real Missions

Flight Time vs. Payload

Payload (lb.)      Flight Time (min)

110 lb.                 30 min

90 lb.                   34 min

70 lb.                   38 min

50 lb.                   44 min

30 lb.                   52 min

10 lb.                   60 min


This endurance profile gives responders the flexibility to choose between maximum lift and maximum range depending on the mission.


🛰️ Built for Real‑World Conditions

• All‑weather capable

• Enclosed rotors for safety

• Autonomous navigation

• Manual override for precision

• Rugged, field‑serviceable design

• Operates from confined spaces

This is the aircraft designed for the unpredictable.


🤝 Partner With Us

We are actively seeking partnerships.



 




 


How to Contact Us

 If you have any questions about our Hopper products, please contact us by filling out the form below and we will get in touch with you shortly. Alternatively, you can give us a call or even drop by and visit us - We hope to see you soon!

Where to Find Us
tomdaily@hopper-express.com
314-650-2484

Hopper Express Transportation Inc
3461 Park Ave,
Saint Louis MO 63104-1354 
United States

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